Shivani Gupta on Access, Advocacy and Everyday Inclusion

Meet Shivani Gupta – disability rights advocate, access consultant and changemaker. In this film, Shivani opens up about personal loss, her path to writing the autobiography No Looking Back, and her unwavering commitment to making the world more inclusive. Her story moves across continents, from Pakistan to Ladakh, from urban India to global forums – always rooted in the question: How do we make the world accessible to all? Join us as we trace the journey of a woman whose lived experience has sparked a lifelong commitment to advocacy on a global scale.

You can navigate to the specific topics using the following chapters:
00:00 – Shivani Gupta
00:18 – Ritika Sahni’s introduction to the film
00:47 – Shivani on life and work
05:18 – What does a typical access audit entail?
06:39 – After an access audit, do you or your employer ensure that the recommendations in the report are properly implemented?
7:29 – What was your experience traveling to Pakistan for work? Could you share any interesting stories from your time there?
10:15 – What kind of work are you currently engaged in?
12:58 – How much priority is given to inclusion in the development of smart cities?
16:41 – Based on your travel experiences, how does accessibility in India compare to other countries?
19:23 – What accessibility challenges do you face as a person living with a disability like yours?